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Official statement from Carolle Brabant, Executive Director of Telefilm Canada on the passing of Jack Gray, former president of the WGC and ACTRA

February 24, 2017

“On behalf of everyone at Telefilm Canada, I’d like to express my sadness on the passing of Jack Gray, former president of the Writers Guild of Canada and ACTRA.

“Jack Gray was a loyal advocate for Canadian screenwriters, and worked tirelessly on their behalf for 25 years. Today, we have lost an important member of our industry whose lasting legacy includes the organization he helped create.

“I’d like to extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and everyone at the Writers Guild of Canada.”